Manager, Pre-Construction Services

Description

• Resolve high-level technical conflicts or escalations between design teams and subcontractors to maintain scope, schedule, and cost integrity.
• Develop and refine cost estimates for mechanical systems based on historical data, market analysis, and technical specifications.
• Cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with key mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and controls subcontractors, leveraging their expertise in system design and construction methodologies.
• Manage concurrent pre-construction efforts and support execution teams through the development and deployment of complex system solutions.
• Evaluate project viability and advise on high-level trade-offs between design, cost, and constructability during early-stage planning.
• Analyze and refine design documents to optimize system performance and integration within the broader project scope.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure the technical feasibility and efficiency of proposed designs.
• Prepare and maintain detailed, organized records of cost estimates, project specifications, and bid documentation.
• Provide expert-level recommendations for the design of mechanical systems, driving innovation, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
• Support a seamless transition from pre-construction to construction phases by delivering necessary documentation and detailed design specifications.
• Plan, prepare, and present project specific details to internal and external customers.
• Provide leadership and direction for a multidisciplinary team, including junior engineers, technical staff, and interns. Set performance expectations and create development plans to build long-term team capability.
• Lead team presentations of project updates and deliverables to customers, engineers, sub-contractors or other team members.
• Collaborate closely with the design and engineering teams to refine estimating techniques and improve overall accuracy and precision.
• Perform detailed value engineering analyses to optimize system performance and cost-efficiency while ensuring design integrity.
• Serve as a thought leader within the MEP group, championing best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-training programs.
• Lead the development of exhibit A’s, contract documentation, and project status reports, ensuring all technical and contractual elements are clearly communicated to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Lead the distribution of technical RFP documents, manage bid leveling processes, and ensure subcontractor proposals are aligned with project scope, technical specifications, and budget constraints.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering (or related discipline) is preferred, with significant experience (12+ years) in mechanical design, project estimating, or construction management.
• Experience working with design and engineering managers to ensure project(s) is/are designed, specified, procured, and constructed within the boundaries of operating guidelines, while conforming to technical requirements and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Proven ability to guide teams in applying best practices for system design, installation, and problem-solving.
• An MBA or related business qualification or experience is desirable.
• Proven ability to influence without authority, working across departments and functions to drive alignment and results.
• Proficient in various contracting methods such as lump sum, GMP, cost-plus construction management, and fee-based construction. Thorough understanding of legal aspects and implications of contractual language.
• Travel to support the project needs at any phase of construction or pre-construction.
• Equivalent years of related experience will be considered in place of a technical degree.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, process piping, ductwork, wastewater, process engineering, mechanical design, and construction management is required.
• Prior experience in construction estimating is required. (Emphasis on design-build MEP approach with coordination of design and engineering efforts.)
• Executive presence with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to C-suite or senior leadership.
• Proficiency in industry specific modeling or estimating tools is preferred, in addition to Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing construction documents from subcontractors and engineers to confirm they comply with the project scope.
• Ability to travel up to 25% as needed.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a focus on mentoring and developing junior engineers and technical staff.
• Direct management and supervisory experience is desirable.

Benefits

• Mentorship & Team Development

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance